NHTSA recall 09T008000 · Tires
Tires
Reported Jun 29, 200936,292 vehicles affectedKUMHO TIRE U.S.A., INC.Built Dec 14, 2008 – Jun 14, 2009
The defect
Kumho tire USA IS recalling 36,292 kumho mohave a/t light truck all terrain tires, sizes lt225/75r16, lt245/75r16, and lt265/75r16, produced between december 7, 2008 and june 13, 2009. the vehicle's handling performance becomes difficult when operated under loaded conditions or when changing lanes.
The risk
This condition may result in the vehicle swaying and could possibly result in a crash.
The remedy
Kumho will notify owners and replace the tires free of charge. the safety recall began on july 17, 2009. owners may contact kumho toll-free at 1-800-445-8646.